Dallas Maverick icon Dirk Nowitzki was one of the most unstoppable players during his prime. Aside from his signature fadeaway jumper, the Mavs forward has also punished opponents both from inside the post and beyond the arc.

Philadelphia 76ers coach Brett Brown knows Nowitzki very well, and he's one of the many people who can attest how difficult it was to contain the seven footer especially when he gets it going on the offensive end.

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Dirk Nowitzki, ranked sixth in the NBA's all-time scoring list, has played 21 years in the NBA with career averages of 20.8 points per game while shooting close to 48 percent from the field and 38 percent from the 3-point area.

The German, who is expected to retire this season, is currently playing what could potentially be his final game against the Sixers, although the towering shooter has stated on multiple occasions that he hasn't made up his final decision yet. He even pointed out that he could be back next season to play with the tandem of Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis.

Nowitzki has cemented his legacy as one of the best players in the history of the NBA, and he has earned the reputation as the greatest international player of all-time. It is obvious that the league will never be the same without him, and fans will clearly welcome him with open arms should he decide to return for his 22nd season.